“A PLACE AT THE TABLE”

                     

                                                         Sharing Your Platform

The holiday season is a time for reflection, giving, not worrying about what you’ll receive in return. I love Christmas, and all it stands for. I know the true reason for the season. I love this holiday, and I always worry about what presents I should give each year.

I always, make a mental list and check it twice. I’d like to give to all of my family members, friends and neighbors. Realistically, and financially, isn’t possible.  

Many businesses and organizations use the holiday’s to ask for donations from those who have an abundance to give to the needy. The Salvation Army Officers, are pounding the sidewalks, out in front of stores taking offerings so they can give back to the community.

            Nevertheless, there are other ways to give that’s not geared toward the holidays. I used this as an example of why we should give. Okay, now let’s talk about making some space for others at the top. The real discussion. Often, our generosity is non-reflective of giving and sharing, this is not how it’s done.

            Simply because you’ve ascended to bigger and greater things, doesn’t mean you should forget about those who have yet to reach their goals.

I understand we all have our own mountains to climb and levels of success to achieve. But, how selfish is it of us, when we never look back or reach down to help those who are climbing right behind us. This isn’t indicative of giving and caring or sharing.

We should always make room for others, no matter if the table is crowded. Generosity goes a long way. And remember, if you forget this general principle, the walk of shame on your way back down is one of life’s teachable moments.

Today, I want to talk about sharing platforms. The word alone speaks of building, holding, sustaining. A term underused for its purpose.

There is nothing wrong with distributing kindness to your fellow man. Dispensing a portion of what you own to someone less fortunate. Sometimes, being less fortunate doesn’t even apply to a situation, it’s simply another way of showing good sportsmanship.

When we extend a helping hand to someone else, it shows how supportive we are of another’s career. Ours isn’t and shouldn’t be the only important thing going on in our lives.

We should feel responsible in some way, big or small. Make ourselves available when asked to do anything to help spread the word or build careers.

I listen to talk radio daily, and I love how the hosts allow their guests to talk about what they're doing and how they are giving back in one way or another.

Hey, it’s okay to shout out someone else, as long as it’s positive and nurturing to career building or self- esteem.

So, remember, think about how great it is to be kind, not just during the holiday season, but each day. I know it might get crowded at times, but make a little elbow room and never forget, there is always room at the table for one more.